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Darrin Strey stopped by to spend time with some 4th-and 5th-grade students at Later Elementary today, reading “The Day R...
01/15/2026

Darrin Strey stopped by to spend time with some 4th-and 5th-grade students at Later Elementary today, reading “The Day Roy Riegels Ran the Wrong Way” and sharing an important message about facing challenges, learning from mistakes, and persevering through adversity.

The students were engaged, inspired, and excited to hear firsthand about resilience, hard work, and believing in yourself—both on and off the field.

Thank you, Darrin, for giving back, leading by example, and reminding our students that setbacks don’t define you—how you respond does.

Go Red Wolves and GEAUX TIGERS!!!

After an impactful season at Kentucky, Darrin Strey recently entered the NCAA Transfer Portal and has officially committ...
01/13/2026

After an impactful season at Kentucky, Darrin Strey recently entered the NCAA Transfer Portal and has officially committed to continue his collegiate football career at LSU!!

During his time at Kentucky, Darrin made his mark both on and off the field—earning Student-Athlete of the Month recognition, making the Dean’s List, staying active in Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), and contributing to multiple community service efforts.

We’re excited to watch Darrin take this next step at one of college football’s premier programs and wish him continued success as he represents Paw Paw at the highest level.

All the best at LSU, Darrin!

Paw Paw Football is proud to announce that Austin Ackerman has officially committed to continue his football career at C...
01/06/2026

Paw Paw Football is proud to announce that Austin Ackerman has officially committed to continue his football career at Calvin Knights.

Austin’s journey has been defined by hard work, toughness, and consistency. A dominant two-way lineman, Austin controlled the line of scrimmage all season, earning All-Region honors and 1st Team All-Conference recognition on both the offensive and defensive lines. His leadership, physicality, and relentless motor set the standard in the trenches and made everyone around him better.

The Paw Paw → Calvin pipeline continues to grow, with Austin becoming another Red Wolf in recent years to take his talents to Calvin. That connection speaks to the work ethic, development, and culture that are built into our program. Calvin is getting more than a great football player — they’re getting a disciplined, high-character young man who knows how to work, lead, and compete at a high level.

Once a Red Wolf, always a Red Wolf.Former Paw Paw Girls Basketball standout AJ Rickli continues to make her mark at the ...
01/02/2026

Once a Red Wolf, always a Red Wolf.

Former Paw Paw Girls Basketball standout AJ Rickli continues to make her mark at the next level with Wayne State Warriors.

In her latest performance, AJ delivered 13 points on a perfect 4-for-4 shooting, went 5-for-5 from the free-throw line, and made a strong impact on both ends of the floor. Her efficiency, poise, and toughness are exactly what Paw Paw fans remember—and exactly why she’s succeeding at the collegiate level.

Paw Paw is proud to watch you continue to grow and succeed at the collegiate level. Well done, AJ.

AP ALL-STATE HONOR | BEN MILLERSenior Running Back Ben Miller has added another prestigious honor to an already historic...
12/12/2025

AP ALL-STATE HONOR | BEN MILLER

Senior Running Back Ben Miller has added another prestigious honor to an already historic career, being named Associated Press Michigan All-State Running Back (Division 3 & 4). Only four running backs total across both divisions were selected for this honor, placing Ben among the elite players in the state.

Ben’s senior season was one of the most dominant performances in program history. He finished the year with 1,799 rushing yards and 28 touchdowns on 186 carries, averaging an incredible 9.67 yards per carry, while also contributing 89 tackles on defense. Along the way, he became Paw Paw’s all-time career rushing leader with 3,946 yards, cementing his place among the greats to ever wear the Red Wolves uniform.

In addition to his All-State recognition, Ben was named Wolverine Conference Offensive Player of the Year, earned First Team All-Conference honors, and was selected All-Region Running Back—a testament to his consistency, toughness, and impact against top competition.

A three-time First Team All-Conference selection and team captain, Ben was the engine of Paw Paw’s offense and a leader in every sense of the word. His work ethic, physical running style, and relentless competitiveness set the standard every week.

Congratulations to Ben Miller on an unforgettable career and a well-deserved All-State honor. His legacy stands as one of the finest in Paw Paw Football history.

ALL-STATE DEFENSIVE BACK – ELIAS SONNEBERGEarning All-State is one of the toughest honors in Michigan high school footba...
12/06/2025

ALL-STATE DEFENSIVE BACK – ELIAS SONNEBERG

Earning All-State is one of the toughest honors in Michigan high school football. Only a select group of players statewide receives it each year, and it’s based on far more than stats. Coaches and media study game film, consistency, impact plays, leadership, and how a player performs against top competition.

This season, Elias Sonneberg proved he belongs among the very best. A three-year varsity starter and authentic leader, Elias was the heart of the Red Wolves’ secondary — a “no-fly-zone” defender who brought toughness, intelligence, and versatility every single week. He was a vocal captain, a tone-setter, and one of the most dependable players on the field.

2025 Season Defensive Stats
• 55 total tackles
• 32 solo tackles
• 4 interceptions
• 2 forced fumbles
• 3 tackles for loss
• 1 sack

His elite production earned him multiple major postseason awards, including:
• Division 4 All-State Defensive Back
• All-Region Defensive Back
• Wolverine Conference 1st Team Defensive Back

Elias didn’t just play the position — he anchored our defense. His leadership, preparation, and relentless effort left a lasting mark on our program, cementing his legacy among the greats of Paw Paw football.

Congratulations to Elias Sonneberg — All-State Defensive Back and a true Red Wolf leader.

Congratulations, Connor!The GLIAC has long been a premier Division II football conference, and with 11 competitive progr...
11/23/2025

Congratulations, Connor!

The GLIAC has long been a premier Division II football conference, and with 11 competitive programs, earning All-GLIAC recognition highlights the level of excellence required to stand out. Connor did precisely that.

The Huskies' Second Team All-GLIAC honorees included defensive lineman Connor Hindenach. In the 2025 season, Connor delivered the best year of his career, anchoring the defensive front with consistent production and big-play ability. He appeared in 11 games and totaled 34 tackles, including 21 solo stops and 13 assists. He was a force behind the line of scrimmage, recording 7 tackles for loss for 42 yards and adding 5 sacks for 28 yards. Connor also contributed in critical moments, breaking up a pass, forcing a fumble, and recovering two more. His 2025 performance showcased his strength, motor, and impact as one of the most reliable and disruptive defenders on the roster.

Before his collegiate career, Connor laid a strong foundation at Paw Paw High School, where he was a reliable leader, a tough defender, and an excellent student. He consistently made the players around him better through his unselfishness, toughness, and team-first mindset. Connor played wherever he was needed—middle linebacker, defensive line, tight end, running back—and dominated at every spot to help the team win. His work ethic and character stood out early, and those qualities carried directly into his success at the next level.

Earning All-Region is one of the toughest honors in high school football, especially for offensive linemen whose impact ...
11/20/2025

Earning All-Region is one of the toughest honors in high school football, especially for offensive linemen whose impact comes from strength, consistency, and dominance on film. Coaches and media evaluate technique, physicality, leadership, and how a lineman controls the trenches against top competition. This year, Tyler Kruizenga earned All-Region Offensive Lineman after being the anchor of one of the top rushing attacks in the state. He consistently dominated the line of scrimmage, paved the way for our explosive ground game, and set the tone with his toughness and effort every week. Tyler was a leader up front and a major reason our offense reached the level it did. A well-deserved honor for a lineman who owned the trenches all season.

Earning All-Region is one of the toughest honors in high school football. Only a small group of standout players from ac...
11/20/2025

Earning All-Region is one of the toughest honors in high school football. Only a small group of standout players from across multiple conferences and counties are selected, and it’s based on much more than raw numbers. Coaches and media look closely at film, consistency, strength at the point of attack, impact plays, leadership, and performance against top competition. This year, Austin Ackerman earned All-Region Defensive Lineman after a dominant season in the trenches. He finished with 66 tackles, 30 solo, 36 assists, 4 sacks, and 12 tackles for loss, anchoring our defensive front every single week. Austin was a force on the line, a steady senior leader, and a major reason for our success. Along with All-Region, he was also named 1st Team All-Conference on both sides of the ball. A well-deserved honor for a player who controlled the line of scrimmage all year.

Earning All-Region is one of the toughest honors in high school football. Only a select group of players from across mul...
11/20/2025

Earning All-Region is one of the toughest honors in high school football. Only a select group of players from across multiple conferences and counties receive it each year, and it’s based on much more than stats. Coaches and media look closely at game film, consistency, impact plays, leadership, and how a player performs against top competition. This year, Elias Sonneberg earned All-Region honors as a Defensive Back after an outstanding season. He finished with 55 tackles, 32 solo, 3 TFL, 4 interceptions, and 2 forced fumbles, and he was a steady leader on and off the field. Along with this honor, he was also named 1st Team All-Conference Defensive Back. A well-deserved recognition for a player who showed up every week and delivered.

Earning All-Region is one of the toughest honors in high school football. Only a select group of players from across mul...
11/20/2025

Earning All-Region is one of the toughest honors in high school football. Only a select group of players from across multiple conferences and counties receive it each year, and it’s based on far more than stats. Coaches and media evaluate game film, consistency, toughness, leadership, and how a player performs against top competition. This year, Ben Miller earned All-Region Running Back after one of the most dominant offensive seasons in the area. He finished with 186 carries for 1,799 yards, 28 touchdowns, and an incredible 9.67 yards per carry, while also reaching 3,946 career rushing yards. Ben was a relentless leader, a captain, and the engine of our offense all season. Along with All-Region, he was also named 1st Team All-Conference Running Back. A well-deserved honor for a player who set the tone every single week.

One late addition, Congratulations, Bradley Sikkema. WOLVERINE CONFERENCE HONORABLE MENTION DEFENSIVE END Junior Bradley...
11/12/2025

One late addition, Congratulations, Bradley Sikkema.

WOLVERINE CONFERENCE HONORABLE MENTION DEFENSIVE END

Junior Bradley Sikkema embodied what it means to be a Red Wolf — tough, disciplined, and relentless. A hard-nosed defensive end who never backed down from a challenge, Bradley showed up every day ready to work and led by example through his effort and consistency.

He finished the year with:
54 total tackles
20 solo tackles
34 assisted tackles
3 tackles for loss

Bradley put together an outstanding season, consistently bringing pressure off the edge and disrupting opposing offenses throughout the year. A player who puts in the work when no one’s watching, he’s earned the respect of teammates and coaches alike for his toughness and commitment.

Congratulations to Bradley Sikkema, Wolverine Conference Honorable Mention Defensive End, for his grit, leadership, and impact on the Red Wolf defense.

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